Like Father Like Son
Game Lyrics
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Had a million dollars 'fore I was one
'Cause my daddy hustle
We good now
'Cause my daddy hustle
We out the hood now
'Cause my daddy hustle
Had a million dollars 'fore I was one
'Cause my daddy hustle
We good now
'Cause my daddy hustle
We out the hood now
'Cause my daddy hustle
Winning like Steph Curry in the chip though
Used to be the only one, now I'm the big bro (I'm big too)
Know my daddy schizo, don't mess with his kids yo
Me and my brother tight (yeah), we like the Klitschkos
I love you daddy
Ten years later, I love you too sons
I do life in the box if they ever fuck with my two sons
You're my lil' man, I remember the first day you came out
Your lil' face, your big nose, your lil' feet, your lil' hands
You turned one, come in the room wobbly, lil' stance
And every time I walked in the house he used to do this lil' dance
On the cover of the album with them Chucks on
You cried for six hours, your mama in here going nuts on me
She said you had enough, I said we having fun
All babies cry when they're one, my career had just begun
And so did being a daddy
Car seat in my Escalade, you and me in the Caddy
Playing "Like Father, Like Son" looking in the back seat
He don't look nothing like his mama if you ask me
On the first album Busta Rhymes did the hook
Now he can do it for himself, watch him and his uncle cook
Buss
I'm glad you grew up to becoming everything you could be
That's all I wanted for you young'n, like father, like son
And in the end I'm glad you only turned out better than me (tell 'em)
I hope you know I love you young'n, like father, like son
Your daddy told you it was coming
Coming, your day was coming, I told you
Now daddy's here just keep on running
Running, just keep on running, I tell you
I wanna thank my baby mamas Tiff and Eliska for everything
Y'all deserve the world, I wasn't worthy of no wedding ring
It ain't been one day since I met you I wasn't there for you
Wasn't husband material, but you know I really cared for you
And I know you remember that time when he was five
All these tours taking the toll, I can see it in his eyes
So I stopped tours, stopped rapping, didn't give a fuck about
Nothing that happened after recording The Doctor's Advocate
Catching up with my son 'cause ain't nothing more important
Than walking inside the Footlocker, copping them matching Jordans
Helping him with his jumper, the day he turned nine
I asked him what he want for his birthday, he said to spend some time
So we kick it, that's my best friend (tell 'em), I don't have to get married
He still my best man (believe that), and that's forever
Anybody can be a daddy, just bust a nut and leave
But I'm a father, and I'ma be everything he need and more
I'm glad you grew up to becoming everything you could be
That's all I wanted for you young'n, like father, like son
And in the end I'm glad you only turned out better than me
I hope you know I love you young'n, like father, like son
Your daddy told you it was coming
Coming, your day was coming, I told you
Now daddy's here just keep on running
Running, just keep on running, I tell you
Every time I get in this booth
I'm reminded ten years ago I did it for you, had this vision for you
And I know your daddy get in trouble sometimes
But I'ma stay up out this prison for you, I mean
You all my seed, lil' brother and both of your sisters
You all I need like Method and MJB
And I know I be wildin' sometimes, you told me (breathe daddy)
(One, one, two, two, three, three, four, four)
Furthermore, I'm tryna stay outta trouble just for my sons
Even though it feel weird leaving my house without a gun
I just gotta do it 'cause they might grow up and do this shit
Just 'cause they father do it, fuck with my kids and six Bloods
Jumping out a Buick, understand Puff choking that man for Jus
I'ma do my stuff even if I land in fucking cuffs
For every nigga out here without a kid
Have one and that's gon' be the best shit you ever did
One
I'm Harlem, The Game's oldest son
I make straight A's and I'm a good kid
More importantly, I'm safe
Because my daddy hustled his way out of Compton
So I could have a better life
That's my daddy
And I wish all kids had one like mine
The world would be a better place
One
(Wait Harlem, I wanna say something)
In "Like Father Like Son," Game pays tribute to his father and acknowledges his hustle, which allowed the family to escape the hood and live a better life. The chorus of “Like Father, Like Son” suggests that the Game’s legacy is passed down to his children. Game mentions his son Harlem, who appeared on the track, reflecting on his own upbringing, comparisons with his father, and hopes for his son.
The first verse talks about how The Game’s father hustled before he was even born and how that hustle allowed them to escape the hood. The second verse is The Game’s father congratulating his sons on growing up better than him and his promise to do all he can to protect them. The third verse has Game reflecting on his own shortcomings as a father and husband but also sharing moments he spent with his son, including going to Footlocker together and buying matching Jordans.
Overall, the song is a touching tribute to fathers and sons and speaks about the importance of family and hard work.
Line by Line Meaning
Remember me? Like father, like son
I am a reflection of my father, inheriting his hustle and work ethic, which has allowed us to achieve financial success early on.
Had a million dollars 'fore I was one
My father's hustle provided us with immense financial stability at a young age.
'Cause my daddy hustle
My father's hard work and dedication led us to a better life.
We good now
Our financial success and stability afforded us a better standard of living.
We out the hood now
Through my father's determination and hard work, we were able to leave the potentially dangerous streets of Compton.
Winning like Steph Curry in the chip though
I am succeeding like a champion, reminiscent of Steph Curry's success in the NBA Finals.
Used to be the only one, now I'm the big bro (I'm big too)
I used to be the only child, but now I have a younger brother whom I look after and protect.
Know my daddy schizo, don't mess with his kids yo
I know my father can be unpredictable and protective of his children, and it's best not to cross that boundary.
Me and my brother tight (yeah), we like the Klitschkos
My brother and I are close, like the Klitschko brothers, who are well-known champions in boxing.
Ten years later, I love you too sons
Despite any issues or differences, my father still loves his sons and shows this affection over time.
And so did being a daddy
Becoming a father was a pivotal moment for my father and he takes his role as a dad very seriously.
He don't look nothing like his mama if you ask me
My child takes after his father more than his mother physically.
On the first album Busta Rhymes did the hook
Busta Rhymes collaborated on my father's first album and provided a hook for one of the tracks.
Playing "Like Father, Like Son" looking in the back seat
My father and I played his song "Like Father, Like Son" while driving and looking at my brother in the back seat.
And that's forever
My father and I will always have a strong bond due to our shared experience and love.
One
One love and unity for all families, and a reminder that everyone benefits from having a strong father figure in their life.
Lyrics © THE ROYALTY NETWORK INC., Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Alan Maman, Trevor Smith, Jayceon Taylor
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